Tejas Networks has appointed Sanjay Malik, former India Country Head at Nokia, as its new EVP – Chief Strategy and Business Officer. In this role, Sanjay will collaborate with the CEO and senior leadership to drive corporate strategy, manage business operations, and engage with key stakeholders, including government bodies, customers, and partners both domestically and internationally.
N. Ganapathy Subramaniam, Chairman of the Board at Tejas Networks, expressed enthusiasm about Sanjay’s appointment, highlighting his leadership and successful track record. “Sanjay’s experience will be crucial as Tejas looks to transform into a global telecom leader,” he said.
Anand Athreya, CEO and MD of Tejas Networks, also welcomed Sanjay, praising his extensive background in leading top-tier telecom companies. “Sanjay’s leadership will play a key role as we continue to scale the company globally,” said Athreya.
Sanjay brings over 20 years of experience in the global telecom sector, having held senior roles at Nokia in strategy, sales, business management, and operations. He most recently served as SVP and India Country Head, where he led Nokia India to a market leadership position. Sanjay holds an MBA from IIM, Mumbai, and has completed various Executive Leadership Programs.
Commenting on his appointment, Sanjay said, “I’m excited to join Tejas Networks at this pivotal moment. The company’s potential as a leading Indian telecom equipment provider with a strong global vision is immense, and I’m eager to contribute to its growth.”
Tejas Networks, part of the Tata Group, designs and manufactures high-performance wireline and wireless networking products used by telecom service providers, internet providers, government entities, and utilities in over 75 countries. With a strong focus on R&D and intellectual property development, the company plays a pivotal role in enabling cutting-edge broadband connectivity projects, such as India’s BharatNet initiative. As a trusted technology partner, Tejas Networks continues to drive digital transformation by ensuring robust and future-ready telecom infrastructure globally.
